Metformin cuts insulin resistance and chances of kidney disease in young, obese rats

byAmerican Physiological SocietyAbstract. Credit:American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology(2023). DOI: 10.1152/ajprenal.00078.2023Improving insulin resistance with metformin, a

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Metformin cuts insulin resistance and chances of kidney disease in young, obese rats

byAmerican Physiological SocietyAbstract. Credit:American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology(2023). DOI: 10.1152/ajprenal.00078.2023Improving insulin resistance with metformin, a

Updated on:January 18,2024 16

FDA clears first automated device to deliver insulin to people with type 2 diabetes

by Robin FosterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved the expanded use of an automated insulin pump system to include those with type 2 diabetes.It&#

Updated on: September 02,2024 0

FDA clears first automated device to deliver insulin to people with type 2 diabetes

by Robin FosterCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved the expanded use of an automated insulin pump system to include those with type 2 diabetes.It&#

Updated on:September 02,2024 0

All that sitting at work is shortening your life

by Ernie MundellYour office chair could be a killer.New research shows that folks who spent most of their workday sitting were 16% more prone to anearly death, compared to folks in non-sitting j

Updated on: March 13,2024 5

All that sitting at work is shortening your life

by Ernie MundellYour office chair could be a killer.New research shows that folks who spent most of their workday sitting were 16% more prone to anearly death, compared to folks in non-sitting j

Updated on:March 13,2024 5

US to tighten control of PFAS chemicals in drinking water

by Cara MurezU.S. water utilities will be required to remove certain "forever chemicals" from drinking water as the Biden administration sets first-ever limits on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluo

Updated on: February 05,2024 23

US to tighten control of PFAS chemicals in drinking water

by Cara MurezU.S. water utilities will be required to remove certain "forever chemicals" from drinking water as the Biden administration sets first-ever limits on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluo

Updated on:February 05,2024 23

Researchers investigate the multi-omic landscape of steatosis-to-NASH progression in mice

by Higher Education PressPlasma GDF3 levels are significantly associated with histologic features in patients with NASH. Credit:Life Metabolism(2022). DOI: 10.1093/lifemeta/loac034The glob

Updated on: February 19,2024 14

Researchers investigate the multi-omic landscape of steatosis-to-NASH progression in mice

by Higher Education PressPlasma GDF3 levels are significantly associated with histologic features in patients with NASH. Credit:Life Metabolism(2022). DOI: 10.1093/lifemeta/loac034The glob

Updated on:February 19,2024 14

Study shows obese flies live longer on a diet at any age

byUniversity of ConnecticutDrosophila. Credit: WikipediaOld, obese flies get healthier and live longer if put on a diet, University of Connecticut researchers reporton Dec. 8 inPNAS.

Updated on: January 17,2024 10

Study shows obese flies live longer on a diet at any age

byUniversity of ConnecticutDrosophila. Credit: WikipediaOld, obese flies get healthier and live longer if put on a diet, University of Connecticut researchers reporton Dec. 8 inPNAS.

Updated on:January 17,2024 10

Microprotein found to increase appetite in mice

by Salk InstituteGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2022.12.004Obesity and metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, are extremely common in the United

Updated on: January 31,2024 14

Microprotein found to increase appetite in mice

by Salk InstituteGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2022.12.004Obesity and metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, are extremely common in the United

Updated on:January 31,2024 14

How tasty is the food? New insights on how the brain regulates feeding behavior

by Max Planck SocietyThe joy of eating—but when is it enough? A study now shows that the hormone ghrelin and specialized neurons regulate food intake and the associated feeling of reward. Credit:

Updated on: February 21,2024 12

How tasty is the food? New insights on how the brain regulates feeding behavior

by Max Planck SocietyThe joy of eating—but when is it enough? A study now shows that the hormone ghrelin and specialized neurons regulate food intake and the associated feeling of reward. Credit:

Updated on:February 21,2024 12

Single 'smart' insulin injection regulates glucose levels in mice and minipigs up to one week

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressDually glucose-responsive complex for insulin delivery. Schematic of complex formation and insulin release with dual glucose-responsive mechanisms. The negatively charged

Updated on: March 14,2024 8

Single 'smart' insulin injection regulates glucose levels in mice and minipigs up to one week

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressDually glucose-responsive complex for insulin delivery. Schematic of complex formation and insulin release with dual glucose-responsive mechanisms. The negatively charged

Updated on:March 14,2024 8

Wearable monitor detects stress hormone levels across a full 24-hour day

byUniversity of BirminghamThe U-RHYTHM device is worn in a comfortable band placed around the hips. The position of the microdialysis membrane, which is placed superficially in the skin. Credit:

Updated on: January 24,2024 19

Wearable monitor detects stress hormone levels across a full 24-hour day

byUniversity of BirminghamThe U-RHYTHM device is worn in a comfortable band placed around the hips. The position of the microdialysis membrane, which is placed superficially in the skin. Credit:

Updated on:January 24,2024 19

Hormone infusion improves pancreatic insulin production in cystic fibrosis patients with or at risk for diabetes

by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCystic fibrosis is well-known for attacking the lungs through thick blockages of mucus, but those

Updated on: February 05,2024 13

Hormone infusion improves pancreatic insulin production in cystic fibrosis patients with or at risk for diabetes

by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCystic fibrosis is well-known for attacking the lungs through thick blockages of mucus, but those

Updated on:February 05,2024 13

New study shows 1 in 5 'healthy' individuals actually have the metabolism of a prediabetic

by Klick Applied SciencesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainScientists at Klick Labs have developed a new way to catch the earliest signs the human body is failing to control blood glucose levels before

Updated on: February 21,2024 5

New study shows 1 in 5 'healthy' individuals actually have the metabolism of a prediabetic

by Klick Applied SciencesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainScientists at Klick Labs have developed a new way to catch the earliest signs the human body is failing to control blood glucose levels before

Updated on:February 21,2024 5